Theft Prevention - Mercedes-Benz 300D 2.5 1990 Owner's Manual

Theft Prevention

This vehicle complies with the U. S.
Federal Motor Vehicle Theft Preven­
tion Standard (49 CFR Part 541).
Engine, transmission and certain body
parts (see illustration) are labeled at
factory, the labels show the VIN-num-
ber of this vehicle.
Spare parts are similarly labeled at
factory in a different location. The
labels show the letter R (for replace­
ment) instead of the VIN-number.
Note:
Do not remove these labels. These
labels are intended for parts identifi­
cation in case of theft. W hen replac­
ing parts subject to labeling, please
make sure that the parts you receive
are labeled properly. This is especially
important when w ork is performed
outside of the United States.
Location of labels
1 Bumper front/rear
2 Engine hood
3 Trunk lid
4 All fenders
5 All doors
Engine*:
on engine block, rear
Transmission*:
on transmission, left front
* not shown in illustration
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